Lengthily: meaning, definitions and examples
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lengthily
[ ˈleŋ(k)θɪli ]
in writing or speech
In a lengthy or long-winded manner; with an excess of words or detail.
Synonyms
prolixly, tediously, verbosely
Examples of usage
- She explained the process lengthily, going into every small detail.
- The professor answered the student's question lengthily, providing a thorough explanation.
in time
For a long period of time; extensively.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The negotiations went on lengthily, spanning several weeks.
- The project was delayed lengthily due to unforeseen circumstances.
Translations
Translations of the word "lengthily" in other languages:
🇵🇹 longamente
🇮🇳 लंबाई से
🇩🇪 langwierig
🇮🇩 panjang lebar
🇺🇦 довго
🇵🇱 długo
🇯🇵 長々と (ながながと)
🇫🇷 longuement
🇪🇸 extensamente
🇹🇷 uzun uzun
🇰🇷 길게
🇸🇦 بإسهاب
🇨🇿 dlouze
🇸🇰 dlho
🇨🇳 长时间地 (cháng shí jiān de)
🇸🇮 dolgo
🇮🇸 langt
🇰🇿 ұзақ мерзімді
🇬🇪 გრძელვადიანად (grdzelvadianad)
🇦🇿 uzun müddət
🇲🇽 extensamente
Word origin
The word 'lengthily' is derived from the adjective 'lengthy,' which comes from the Middle English 'lengthi,' ultimately from the Old English 'lengþe' meaning 'length.' The adverb form 'lengthily' emerged in the 19th century to describe actions or explanations done in a lengthy or extensive manner. It is often used in formal or academic contexts to convey a sense of thoroughness or verbosity.
See also: length, lengthen, lengthened, lengthening, lengthiness, lengthy.